Introduction

Learn the ins and outs of digital photography while exploring the labyrinthine souk, medieval medinas and crumbling Kasbahs in the Atlas Mountains surrounding this stunning North African city. This fulfilling and empowering 6-day holiday is tailored to give you a truly under-the-skin view of this exotic destination.

Not only will you learn top photographic techniques, you will also enjoy the warm hospitality of the locals and be charmed, entertained and looked after from the moment you arrive!

Together with your guide and tutor, you will visit the depths of the souk where you are able see people working in ways that remain untouched for hundreds of years, pop by a local chemist who will be more than eager to demonstrate some of his rather peculiar remedies (which actually seem to work!) and walk in the High Atlas mountains surrounded by the intricately carved mud villages.

Explore photography in ancient labyrinth of the Marrakech souk.

Credit — Simon Tupper

Explore photography in ancient labyrinth of the Marrakech souk.

Why Photograph Here?

The light and colour in Morocco is unbelievable, and with so many amazing people, places and untouched ways of life you can really get some amazing images in this north African city.

As always with Frui, our attentive guides and tutors will organise everything for you and cater for your every need, You won't need to worry about a thing, allowing you to focus on having fun, relaxing and being creative.

Shoot the underground ovens that heat water for the ancient houses of the medina.

Shoot the underground ovens that heat water for the ancient houses of the medina.

What makes this trip special?

We don’t think there is anywhere closer than Morocco where you can feel so far away. A mere 3 hours from London, arriving in Marrakech can feel not only like entering a far-flung exotic land, but also like stepping back in time.

With our experienced guides and expert tutors always on hand to ensure your comfort and security, all you have to do is concentrate on capturing the magic and mystery with your camera, while losing yourself in the intoxicating charm of this place.

Take a gentle trek through the high mountain Kasbahs of the Atlas Mountains.

Take a gentle trek through the high mountain Kasbahs of the Atlas Mountains.

Where you'll stay

Riad Les Sources Berberes

Situated in Marrakech's Old Medina, Riad Les Sources Berberes is a chic example of traditional Moroccan style. Here all the lovingly decorated rooms surround a tranquil courtyard. For lazy afternoons and early evening drinks, the stylish roof terrace serves as a atmospheric retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city below and it's here where mouthwatering lunches and dinners are served against the sound of a distant call to prayer.

Within walking distance from the ancient souk and the city's main square, Riad Les Sources Berberes is the perfect base for your holiday in Marrakech.

Riad Les Sources Berberes

Situated in Marrakech's Old Medina, Riad Les Sources Berberes is a chic example of traditional Moroccan style. Here all the lovingly decorated rooms surround a tranquil courtyard. For lazy afternoons and early evening drinks, the stylish roof terrace serves as a atmospheric retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city below and it's here where mouthwatering lunches and dinners are served against the sound of a distant call to prayer.

Within walking distance from the ancient souk and the city's main square, Riad Les Sources Berberes is the perfect base for your holiday in Marrakech.

Riad Les Sources Berberes

Situated in Marrakech's Old Medina, Riad Les Sources Berberes is a chic example of traditional Moroccan style. Here all the lovingly decorated rooms surround a tranquil courtyard. For lazy afternoons and early evening drinks, the stylish roof terrace serves as a atmospheric retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city below and it's here where mouthwatering lunches and dinners are served against the sound of a distant call to prayer.

Within walking distance from the ancient souk and the city's main square, Riad Les Sources Berberes is the perfect base for your holiday in Marrakech.

Riad Dar Imlil

This stylish mountain riad is the ideal places to stay as it has the awe-inspiring Atlas Mountains right on its doorstep. The sophisticated decor of lounges, ensuite rooms and suites reflects the old world luxury of Moroccan stately homes. Staff are welcoming and the food is mouthwatering and delicious. With a lovely outside dining area, this hotel allows you to take in the fresh mountain air and spectacular scenery of the Atlas Mountains.

Riad Dar Imlil

This stylish mountain riad is the ideal places to stay as it has the awe-inspiring Atlas Mountains right on its doorstep. The sophisticated decor of lounges, ensuite rooms and suites reflects the old world luxury of Moroccan stately homes. Staff are welcoming and the food is mouthwatering and delicious. With a lovely outside dining area, this hotel allows you to take in the fresh mountain air and spectacular scenery of the Atlas Mountains.

Riad Dar Imlil

This stylish mountain riad is the ideal places to stay as it has the awe-inspiring Atlas Mountains right on its doorstep. The sophisticated decor of lounges, ensuite rooms and suites reflects the old world luxury of Moroccan stately homes. Staff are welcoming and the food is mouthwatering and delicious. With a lovely outside dining area, this hotel allows you to take in the fresh mountain air and spectacular scenery of the Atlas Mountains.

Frui adopts a positive teaching approach, meaning our encouraging and supportive tutors focus on what you are doing right, not wrong.

No two tours are the same, and our small group sizes mean that we can tailor tuition to our guests so that whether you’re a beginner or an expert, you’ll always learn new things. Our focus is strongly on the creative side of photography, so as well as introducing you to important camera settings, tutors will encourage you to develop what is individual about your photographic style and approach.

On this trip most days will start with a sit-down lesson. Your tutor will be on hand throughout the day offering advice and tips when you need them and setting the occasional challenge. When possible in the evenings we’ll look at the best images from the day- a great way to learn from each other. There will also be a couple of opportunities for one-to-one feedback sessions. Some of the things you will learn include:

Guidelines and ideas for composition

All about exposure – ISO, shutter speed and aperture and more advanced exposure techniques

One thing's for sure: on all Frui trips you can expect small groups of no more than ten people, your own en-suite room wherever possible with no single supplement, and a fun, sociable atmosphere. We also always aim to strike the best balance between comfort and off the beaten track locations, and divide our trips into three categories so that you can get an idea of how 'adventurous' they'll be.

This is a 'Traveller' trip. It's all about travelling comfortably while still getting to the heart of a far-flung and exotic destination through photography. This might involve more strenuous walking or some slightly longer road journeys, but you can rely on a cold beer and a comfy bed at the end of every day.